Lance B. Sigmon, Civilian Defense Counsel - Military Lawyer for the United States Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines

Article 37(a), UCMJ, prohibits unlawful command influence (UCI). UCI occurs when senior personnel, wittingly or unwittingly, have acted to influence court members, witnesses, or others participating in military justice cases. Examples can include attempts to interfere with access to witnesses, commanders imposing a specific punishment or a level of discipline because of a superior’s influence or limiting access to evidence or other matters that may affect your defense. Unfortunately, uncovering unlawful command influence is difficult especially if you are part of the system. Experience, tenacity and independence are important factors in the successful response to attacks upon you rights under the military justice system. Mr. Sigmon is not hindered by the restraints or demands of active duty service, and does not hesitate to go against the command structure when necessary to defend his client. Do not risk your future with a less experienced defense counsel.